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2016 Jeep Renegade Latitude

Posted: Wed. Aug. 21 06:08:09 2019

The 2016 Jeep Renegade compact- crossover SUV may not be what purists expect from the Jeep brand, but there is no denying this is one cute ute. Although derived from the Fiat 500 platform, Jeep has peppered its newest family member with plenty of Jeep favorites, including a capable off-road Trailhawk trim. Sure, the Mazda CX-3 looks sleeker, as does the Honda HR-V, but neither can go far off road nor offer the option of a turbocharged engine. The Renegade also leapfrogs most others in this class by offering such unique options as dual removable roof panels, a heated steering wheel and a Beats sound system. With pricing starting around $19,000, the Renegade is also extremely price competitive.You'll Like This Car If...Like the idea of Jeep off-road versatility and open-air fun, but need something that is also practical, fuel-efficient and affordable on any budget? The 2016 Jeep Renegade is the answer to these and so many more questions. Opt for the Trailhawk trim and youall get genuine Jeep off-road fortitude.You May Not Like This Car If...The Renegadeas base turbocharged engine comes only with a manual transmission. If you want an automatic, youall have to step up to the 2.4-liter Tigershark, which we think lacks refinement. The Renegadeas 9-speed automatic got off to a shaky start, although the company promises the 2016 version is good to go.What's New for 2016Jeepas 2016 Renegade compact SUV gains some new options, including rain-sensing wipers, 506-watt, 9-speaker Beats audio system and some new colors.Driving ItDriving ImpressionsUnlike the rugged Wrangler, the 2016 Jeep Renegade compact-crossover SUV offers a much more civilized driving experience, thanks to its unit-body platform and suspension supplied by Fiat. While neither the 1.4-liter turbo nor the 2.4-liter Tigershark 4-cylinder engines are terribly powerful, both have their charms. The turbo actually produces more torque than the Tigershark, but it comes only with a 6-speed manual, making us t ***COMPLIMENTARY SHUTTLE SERVICE FOR SERVICE CUSTOMERS UP TO 20 MINUTES AWAY!!***
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